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Modifying the equipment without Cisco’s written authorization may result in the equipment no longer complying with FCC requirements for Class A or Class B digital
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peripheral devices. If the equipment causes interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures:
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Installation Warnings
Be sure to read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco ASA 5500 Series document
that accompanied this device before installing the chassis. This document contains important safety
information. This section includes the following warnings:
• Power Supply Disconnection Warning, page vii
• Jewelry Removal Warning, page vii
• Wrist Strap Warning, page vii
• Work During Lightning Activity Warning, page vii
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• Installation Instructions Warning, page vii
• Chassis Warning for Rack-Mounting and Servicing, page viii
• Blank Faceplates and Cover Panels Warning, page viii
• Product Disposal Warning, page viii
• Short-Circuit Protection Warning, page ix
• Compliance with Local and National Electrical Codes Warning, page ix
• DC Power Connection Warning, page ix
• AC Power Disconnection Warning, page ix
• TN Power Warning, page ix
• 48 VDC Power System, page ix
• Multiple Power Cord, page ix
• Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning, page ix
• Grounded Equipment Warning, page x
• Safety Cover Requirement, page x
• Faceplates and Cover Panel Requirement, page x
Power Supply Disconnection Warning
Warning
Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units;
disconnect the power at the circuit breaker on DC units.
Jewelry Removal Warning
Warning
Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings,
necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can
cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals.
Wrist Strap Warning
Warning
During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly
touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself.
Work During Lightning Activity Warning
Warning
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
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Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source.
To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special
precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to
ensure your safety:
rack.When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the
heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the
stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.
Short-Circuit Protection Warning
Warning
This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection, to be provided as part of the building
installation. Install only in accordance with national and local wiring regulations.
SELV Circuit Warning
Warning
To avoid electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to telephone-network
voltage (TNV) circuits. LAN ports contain SELV circuits, and WAN ports contain TNV circuits. Some
LAN and WAN ports both use RJ-45 connectors. Use caution when connecting cables.
Ground Conductor Warning
This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the
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Warning
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the
absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection
authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.
Blank Faceplates and Cover Panels Warning
Warning
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to
hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI)
that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not
operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place.
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Product Disposal Warning
Warning
Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.
This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection, to be provided as part of the building
installation. Install only in accordance with national and local wiring regulations.
Compliance with Local and National Electrical Codes Warning
Warning
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.
DC Power Connection Warning
Warning
After wiring the DC power supply, remove the tape from the circuit breaker switch handle and
reinstate power by moving the handle of the circuit breaker to the ON position.
AC Power Disconnection Warning
Warning
Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units.
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TN Power Warning
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Warning
The device is designed to work with TN power systems.
48 VDC Power System
Warning
The customer 48 volt power system must provide reinforced insulation between the primary AC power
and the 48 VDC output.
Multiple Power Cord
Warning
This unit has more than one power cord. To reduce the risk of electric shock when servicing a unit,
disconnect the power cord of the power strip that the unit is plugged into.
Circuit Breaker (15A) Warning
Warning
This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that
a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the
phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).
Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
Grounded Equipment Warning
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Warning
This equipment is intended to be grounded. Ensure that the host is connected to earth ground during
normal use.
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Safety Cover Requirement
Warning
The safety cover is an integral part of the product. Do not operate the unit without the safety cover
installed. Operating the unit without the cover in place will invalidate the safety approvals and pose
a risk of fire and electrical hazards.
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Faceplates and Cover Panel Requirement
Warning
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to
hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI)
that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not
operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place.
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Where to Find Safety and Warning Information
For safety and warning information, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the
Cisco ASA 5500 Series document that accompanied the product. This document describes the
international agency compliance and safety information for the Cisco ASA 5505 Adaptive Security
Appliance. It also includes translations of the safety warnings.
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Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
For information on obtaining documentation, submitting a service request, and gathering additional
information, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and
revised Cisco technical documentation, at:
Subscribe to the What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation as a Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feed
and set content to be delivered directly to your desktop using a reader application. The RSS feeds are a free
service and Cisco currently supports RSS Version 2.0.
Read through the entire guide before beginning any of the procedures in this book.
Warning
CautionRead the safety warnings in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco ASA 5500
Only trained and qualified personnel should install, replace, or service this equipment.
Series and follow proper safety procedures when performing these steps.
This chapter describes the product and the memory requirements and includes the following topics:
•Product Overview, page 1-1
•Memory Requirements, page 1-3
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Product Overview
The Cisco ASA 5505 Adaptive Security Appliance delivers unprecedented levels of defense against
threats to the network with deeper web inspection and flow-specific analysis, improved secure
connectivity via end-point security posture validation, and voice and video over VPN support. It also
provides enhanced support for intelligent information networks through improved network integration,
resiliency, and scalability.
The adaptive security appliance software combines firewall, VPN concentrator, and intrusion prevention
software functionality into one software image. Previously, these functions were available in three
separate devices, each with its own software and hardware. Combining the functionality into just one
software image provides significant improvements in the available features.
Additionally, the adaptive security appliance software supports Adaptive Security Device Manager
(ASDM). ASDM is a browser-based, Java applet used to configure and monitor the software on the
adaptive security appliances. ASDM is loaded from the adaptive adaptive security appliance, then used
to configure, monitor, and manage the device.
This section describes the front and rear panels. Figure 1-1 shows the front panel LEDs.
Figure 1-2Rear Panel LEDs and Ports (AC Power Supply Model Shown)
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interface. They can also be used as regular Ethernet switch ports, just like the ports numbered 0 through 5.
The default DRAM memory is 256MB and the default internal flash memory is 128MB for the
Cisco ASA 5505.
In a failover configuration, the two units must have the same hardware configuration They must be the
same model, have the same number and types of interfaces, and the same amount of RAM.
NoteThe two units do not have to have the same size Flash memory. If using units with different Flash
memory sizes in your failover configuration, make sure the unit with the smaller Flash memory has
enough space to accommodate the software image files and the configuration files. If it does not,
configuration synchronization from the unit with the larger Flash memory to the unit with the smaller
Flash memory will fail.
For more information, see the Cisco Security Appliance Command Line Configuration Guide.
Memory Requirements for the Software Version 8.3 and Later
Memory Requirements
For information on memory requirements for the adaptive security appliance for software Version 8.3 or
later, go to:
The information in this guide applies to the Cisco ASA 5505 In this guide, references to “adaptive
security appliance” or security appliance apply to the Cisco ASA 5505 chassis unless specifically noted
otherwise.
This chapter describes the steps to follow before installing new hardware or performing hardware
upgrades, and includes the following sections:
• Installation Overview, page 2-1
• Safety Recommendations, page 2-1
• General Site Requirements, page 2-3
Installation Overview
To prepare for the installation of the chassis, perform the following steps:
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Step 1Review the safety precautions outlined in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the
Cisco ASA 5500 Series document.
Step 2Read the release notes for the respective software version.
Step 3Unpack the chassis. An accessory kit ships with the chassis and includes the following items:
documentation, a product CD, a power cord (AC models only), two RJ-45 Ethernet cables, one RJ-45 to
DB-9 console cable, a rack-mounting kit, and four self-adhesive feet (for desktop mounting).
Step 4Place the chassis on a stable work surface.
Safety Recommendations
Use the following guidelines and the information in the following sections to help ensure your safety and
protect the adaptive security appliance. The list of guidelines may not address all potentially hazardous
situations in your working environment, so be alert and exercise good judgement at all times.
NoteIf you need to remove the chassis cover to install a hardware component, such as additional memory or
an interface card, doing so does not affect your Cisco warranty. Upgrading the adaptive security
appliance does not require any special tools and does not create any radio frequency leaks.
Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units;
disconnect the power at the circuit breaker on DC units.
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Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity:
• Before beginning procedures that require access to the interior of the chassis, locate the emergency
power-off switch for the room in which you are working. Then, if an electrical accident occurs, you
can act quickly to turn off the power.
• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist anywhere in your work space.
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit; always check the circuit.
• Look carefully for possible hazards in your work area, such as moist floors, ungrounded power
extension cables, frayed power cords, and missing safety grounds.
• If an electrical accident occurs, proceed as follows:
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Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.
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Disconnect power from the system.
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If possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition of the victim
and then call for help.
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Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take
appropriate action.
• Use the adaptive security appliance chassis within its marked electrical ratings and product usage
instructions.
• Install the adaptive security appliance in compliance with local and national electrical codes as listed
in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco ASA 5500 Series document.
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• The adaptive security appliance models equipped with AC-input power supplies are shipped with a
3-wire electrical cord with a grounding-type plug that fits only a grounding-type power outlet. Do
not circumvent this safety feature. Equipment grounding should comply with local and national
electrical codes.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. ESD damage occurs
when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures.
• Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when removing and replacing components. Ensure that
the chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring
that it makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis
frame to safely ground ESD voltages. To properly guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist
strap and cord must operate effectively. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching
the metal part of the chassis.
• For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between
1 and 10 megohms (Mohms).
General Site Requirements
The topics in this section describe the requirements your site must meet for safe installation and
operation of your system. Ensure that your site is properly prepared before beginning installation.
General Site Requirements
This section includes the following topics:
• Site Environment, page 2-3
• Preventive Site Configuration, page 2-3
• Power Supply Considerations, page 2-4
• Configuring Equipment Racks, page 2-4
Site Environment
Place the chassis on a desktop or mount it on a rack. The location of the chassis and the layout of the
equipment rack or wiring room are extremely important for proper system operation. Equipment placed
too close together, inadequate ventilation, and inaccessible panels can cause system malfunctions and
shutdowns, and can make the chassis maintenance difficult.
For information on physical specifications, see table 7 at the following url:
When planning the site layout and equipment locations, keep in mind the precautions described in the
next section “Preventive Site Configuration, page 2-3,” to help avoid equipment failures and reduce the
possibility of environmentally caused shutdowns. If you are currently experiencing shutdowns or
unusually high error rates with your existing equipment, these precautions may help you isolate the
cause of failures and prevent future problems.
Preventive Site Configuration
The following precautions will help plan an acceptable operating environment for the chassis and avoid
environmentally caused equipment failures:
• Electrical equipment generates heat. Ambient air temperature might not be adequate to cool
equipment to acceptable operating temperatures without adequate circulation. Ensure that the room
in which you operate your system has adequate air circulation.
• Always follow the ESD-prevention procedures described previously to avoid damage to equipment.
Damage from static discharge can cause immediate or intermittent equipment failure.
• Ensure that the chassis top panel is secure. The chassis is designed to allow cooling air to flow
effectively within it. An open chassis allows air leaks, which may interrupt and redirect the flow of
cooling air from the internal components.
Power Supply Considerations
For information on power supply considerations including environmental operating ranges and power
requirements, see table 7 at the following url:
• Rack or Wall Mounting the Cisco ASA 5505, page 3-4
Connecting the Interface Cables
This section describes how to connect the cables to the Ethernet and Console ports.
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Warning
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Step 1Place the chassis on a flat, stable surface.
Step 2Before connecting a computer or terminal to the ports, check to determine the baud rate of the serial port. The
Step 3Connect the cables to the ports.
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Adaptive Security Appliance and follow proper safety procedures when performing these steps.
To connect cables to the ports perform the following steps:
baud rate must match the default baud rate (9600 baud) of the Console port of the adaptive security
appliance. Set up the terminal as follows: 9600 baud (default), 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bits, and Flow
Control (FC) = Hardware.
Step 1Connect Port 0, the outside Ethernet port, to the public network, that is, the Internet:
NoteBy default, switch port 0/0 is the outside port. If needed you can change the inside and outside
Step 2Connect your network devices with an Ethernet cable to one of the inside ports (numbered 1 through 7).
If you are connecting any PoE devices, connect them to one of the switch ports that support PoE (ports
numbered 6 and 7).
Step 3Check the LINK LED to verify that the network devices have basic connectivity to the Cisco ASA 5505
on one of the inside ports (numbered 0 through 7). When connectivity is established, the LINK LED on
the front panel of the Cisco ASA 5505 lights up solid green.
Figure 3-1Connecting Cables to Network Interfaces
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Connect the power cord to the adaptive security appliance and plug the other end to the power source.
For information on powering on the chassis, see the “Powering on the Cisco ASA 5505” section on
You can access the command line for administration using the console port on theCisco ASA 5505. To
connect to the console port and run a serial terminal emulator on a PC or workstation, perform the
following steps:
Step 1Plug one end of the PC terminal adapter into a standard 9-pin PC serial port on your PC.
Step 2Plug one end of the blue console cable into the PC terminal adapter.
Step 3Plug the other end of the blue console cable into the Console port.
Step 4Configure the PC terminal emulation software or terminal for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1
stop bit.
Figure 3-2Connecting to the Console Cable
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Powering on the Cisco ASA 5505
To power on the Cisco ASA 5505, perform the following steps:
Step 1Connect the power supply with the power cable.
Step 2Connect the small, rectangular connector of the power supply cable to the power connector on the rear.
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Step 3Connect the AC power connector of the power supply input cable to an electrical outlet.
NoteThe Cisco ASA 5505 does not have a power switch. Completing Step 3 powers on the device.
Step 4Check the power LED; if it is solid green, then the device is powered on.
NoteThe light will be solid green, only for 100Mbps devices.
Installing a Cable Lock
The Cisco ASA 5505 includes a slot that accepts standard desktop cable locks to provide physical
security. The cable lock is not included.
To install a cable lock, perform the following steps:
Step 1Follow the directions from the manufacturer for attaching the other end of the cable for securing the
Cisco ASA 5505.
Step 2Attach the cable lock to the lock slot on the back panel of the Cisco ASA 5505.
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Warning
To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special
precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure
your safety:
mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component
at the bottom of the rack. If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting
or servicing the unit in the rack.
The following information can help plan equipment rack installation:
• Allow clearance around the rack for maintenance.
• If the rack contains stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers prior to mounting or servicing the unit
in the rack.
• When mounting a device in an enclosed rack, ensure adequate ventilation. Do not overcrowd an
enclosed rack. Make sure that the rack is not congested, because each unit generates heat.
• When mounting a device in an open rack, make sure that the rack frame does not block the intake
or exhaust ports.
• If the rack contains only one unit, mount the unit at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is partially filled, load the rack from the bottom to the top, with the heaviest component
at the bottom of the rack.
This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack. When
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This section contains the following topics:
• Mounting the Chassis, page 3-5
• Installing and Wall-Mounting the Cisco ASA 5505 FIPS Enclosure, page 3-11
You can wall-mount or rack-mount the adaptive security appliance. The part number for ordering a
wall-mount kit for the adaptive security appliance is ASA-5505-WALL-MNT= , the part number for
ordering a rack-mount kit for the adaptive security appliance is ASA5505-RACK-MNT= . This section
includes the following topics:
• Wall-Mounting the Chassis, page 3-5
• Rack-Mounting the Chassis, page 3-7
Wall-Mounting the Chassis
To wall-mount the chassis, perform the following steps:
Step 1Choose a wall where you would like to mount the adaptive security appliance.
Step 2Using the wall-mounting bracket as a template, use a pencil to mark the location for the four plastic anchors,
used to secure the adaptive security appliance to the wall. Make sure all the pencil marks are located in the
center as shown in Figure 3-10.
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Step 4Press the four plastic anchors into the holes.
Step 5Screw the four screws provided in the accessory kit into the anchors, but not all the way. Allow them to
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Step 4Press the four plastic anchors into the holes.
Step 5Screw the four screws provided in the accessory kit into the anchors, but not all the way. Allow them to
Drill a hole on the wall at each mark you made for the location for the plastic anchors.
protrude about 1/8-inch (0.317 cm).
You must apply three tamper evident labels. Tamper evident labels are inclued in the FIPS kit,
Cisco-FIPS-KIT=. Clean the chassis of any grease, dirt, or oil before applying the tamper evident labels.
Alcohol-based cleaning pads are recommended for this purpose.
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Step 6Apply the first tamper evident label as shown in Figure 3-11.
Step 7Remove the three screws from the bottom of the Cisco ASA 5505 as shown in Figure 3-12.
Figure 3-12Removing the Screws
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The third tamper evident label should be placed so that the one half of the tamper evident label covers
the enclosure and the other half covers the Cisco ASA 5505 chassis as shown in Figure 3-15.
Figure 3-15Tamper Evident Label Applied Over the Chassis and the FIPS Enclosure
This chapter describes how to install the chassis on the wall or rack, remove and replace the chassis
cover, the power supply, and the CompactFlash. This chapter includes the following sections:
• Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover, page 4-1
• Replacing the Lithium Battery, page 4-3
• Installing and Replacing the SSC, page 4-4
• Upgrading Memory, page 4-6
Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover
This section describes how to remove and replace the chassis cover. This section includes the following
topics:
• Working in an ESD Environment, page 4-1
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• Removing the Chassis Cover, page 4-2
• Replacing the Chassis Cover, page 4-3
Working in an ESD Environment
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. ESD damage occurs
when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures.
Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when you remove and replace components. Ensure that the
chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it
makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to
safely ground unwanted ESD voltages. To guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and
cord must operate properly. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the metal part of
the chassis.s
CautionDo not operate the adaptive security appliance without the chassis cover installed. The chassis cover
protects the internal components, prevents electrical shorts, and provides proper air-flow for cooling the
electronic components.
To replace the chassis cover on the adaptive security appliance, perform the following steps:
Step 1Place the chassis on a secure surface with the front panel facing you.
Step 2Hold the chassis cover so that the rear of the chassis cover are aligned with the chassis bottom.
Step 3Lower the front of the cover onto the chassis, making sure that the side tabs of the cover fit under the
side panels of the chassis.
Step 4Slide the chassis cover toward the front, making sure that the cover tabs fit under the back panel, and the
back panel tabs fit under the chassis cover.
Step 5Secure the chassis cover with the screw you set aside earlier.
Step 6Reconnect the network interface cables.
Replacing the Lithium Battery
Step 7Reconnect the power cord to the power outlet to power on the adaptive security appliance.
Replacing the Lithium Battery
This section describes how to remove and replace the lithium battery in the adaptive security appliance.
The lithium battery is a field-replaceable unit (FRU).
Warning
Step 1Remove the chassis cover as described in the “Removing the Chassis Cover” section on page 4-2.
Step 2Slide the metal clip back and pull the battery out.
Danger of explosion exists if the lithium battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
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To remove and replace the battery in the adaptive security appliance, perform the following steps:
To replace an existing SSC, perform the following steps:
Step 1Enter the hw-mod mod 1 shut command in privileged EXEC mode. Verify if the module is down by
checking the LEDs.
Step 2Locate the grounding strap from the accessory kit and fasten it to your wrist so that it contacts your bare
skin. Attach the other end to the chassis.
Step 3Remove the two screws (as shown in Figure 4-4) at the left rear end of the chassis.
Step 4Remove the SSC. Set it aside.
Step 5Replace the existing card by inserting the new SSC through the slot opening as shown in Figure 4-5.
Step 6Attach the screws to secure the SSC to the chassis.
Step 7Enter the hw-mod mod 1 reset command in privileged EXEC mode to reset the SSC.
Step 8Check the LEDs. If the SSC is installed properly, the STATUS LED flashes green.
Step 9Connect one end of the RJ-45 cable to the port and the other end of the cable to your network devices.
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures
Upgrading Memory
The memory upgrade kit, ASA5505-MEM-512=, allows you to upgrade the Cisco ASA 5505 to 512 MB
of memory. To determine how much memory your adaptive security appliance has, use the show version
command:
hostname# show version
Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software Version 8.0(0)
Device Manager Version 6.0(0)
Compiled on Mon 16-April-07 03:29 by root
System image file is "disk0:/cdisk.bin"
Config file at boot was "disk0:/main_backup.cfg"
hostname up 2 days 10 hours
failover cluster up 2 days 11 hours
This appendix describes pinout information for 10/100/1000BaseT ports, console and the RJ-45 to DB-9
ports, and the Management 10/100/1000 Ethernet port, and includes the following sections:
• 10/100/1000BaseT Connectors, page 1-1
• Console Port (RJ-45), page 1-2
• RJ-45 to DB-9, page 1-4
• MGMT 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port, page 1-4
• Gigabit and Fibre Channel Ports, page 1-5
10/100/1000BaseT Connectors
The adaptive security appliance supports 10/100/1000BaseT ports. You must use at least a Category 5
cable for 100/1000baseT operations, but a Category 3 cable can be used for 10BaseT operations.
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The 10/100/1000BaseT ports use standard RJ-45 connectors and supports MDI and MDI-X connectors.
Ethernet ports normally use MDI connectors and Ethernet ports on a hub normally use an MDI-X connector.
Use an Ethernet straight-through cable to connect an MDI to an MDI-X port. Use a cross-over cable to
connect an MDI to an MDI port, or an MDI-X to an MDI-X port.
Figure 1-1 shows the 10BaseT and the 100BaseTX connector (RJ-45).
To identify the RJ-45 cable type, hold the two ends of the cable next to each other so that you can see
the colored wires inside the ends, as shown in Figure 1-4.
Figure 1-4RJ-45 Cable Identification
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Examine the sequence of colored wires to determine the type of RJ-45 cable, as follows:
• Straight-through—The colored wires are in the same sequence at both ends of the cable.
• Crossover—The first (far left) colored wire at one end of the cable is the third colored wire at the
other end of the cable.
Table 1-1 lists the rolled (console) cable pinouts for RJ-45.
Table 1-2 lists the cable pinouts for RJ-45 to DB-9 or DB-25.
Table 1-2Cable Pinouts for RJ-45 to DB-9 or DB-25
Signal RJ-45 PinDB-9 Pin
RTS88
DTR76
TxD62
GND55
GND45
RxD33
DSR24
CTS17
Appendix 1 Cable Pinouts
MGMT 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port
The MGMT 10/100/1000 Ethernet port is an Ethernet port with an RJ-45 connector. You can use a
modular, RJ-45, straight-through UTP cable to connect the management port to an external hub, switch,
or router.
Table 1-3 lists the cable pinouts for 10/100/1000BASE-T Management Port Cable Pinouts (MDI).
Table 1-310/100/1000BASE-T Management Port Cable Pinouts (MDI)